District 26-M2 Newsletters
Message from the District Governor Michelle
Hello Lions and Friends!
I can’t tell you how great it was to see everyone at the District Convention! Thank You for all that could make it, and those unable to make it we missed you and hope to see you next year! I need to tell you this District is AWESOME! We were able to have a fabulous night of wonder, mystery and amazement with the KidSight Magical Mystery Night with Daniel C. Schaffer, Mentalist event raising money for KidSight on Thursday Evening.
The room was filled for Friday Night Hospitality, and it was great to see everyone’s bright shining faces early Saturday Morning to talk about all the passionate things their clubs had been doing throughout the year and what is comping up. Then the real experience was the blindfolded luncheon. All I can say is enjoy your eyesight and other abilities while you have them. Then Lion Tim Cuneio, speaker for Leader Dogs for the Blind told us like it is, when you become blind and lose it all. Then we had elections, the banquet with awards. The awards are always the hardest part for the District Governor, as you are only allowed just a few but some many people truly deserve them. We all do some amazing service in Our Communities! So again, Thank You for the gifts, laughterand so much more!
I am doing a little happy dance, as I am writing this, WE, the District of 26M2, are at a positive 3 Members from where we started at the beginning of this Lions year on July 1, 2024. “WE” have not been there in a long time, so I hope everyone keeps sharing those passions. Share with others so they can experience that feeling in their heart!
As a kind reminder we also need to make sure we a posting your service activities on the Lions Portal! If you need help, please reach out to me, or the zone chairs if you need assistance, as this truly helps the betterment of Our Lions Organization.
Coming up: Check the Calendar for these things and other fabulous Fundraisers & Service Projects!!
* Blind Bowlers Tournament, April 26th (You don’t have to be blind to participate), and Miracle League Baseball, April 26th.
* State Convention May 1 – 4 at the Hilton Doubletree Westport.
* District Eye Wrap May 17th,
* June 8th District Picnic Party.
Congratulations to District Governor Elect Lion Wally Brumfield from House Springs Lions, and your 1st Vice District Governor Elect Lion Jeff Rackovan of Rock Community Lions as they will be your next year’s Officers.
Remember, I am always here to help in any way I can to reignite the passions of Serving!
Happy Times!
Reigniting Passions!
Lion Michelle Foster
District Governor
Message from 1st Vice District Governor Wally
Greetings fellow Lions,
In a couple of months this Lion’s year will come to an end and a new one will begin.
As we approach the new Lion year questions arise as to what will the future bring.
What will happen is what we, as a District, make happen. The decisions we make and the actions we take determines future outcomes.
As an organization, we are a team. When a teammate needs help, whether they be across the county or across the street , we are there.
As we work together as a team to provide service, be it to a food pantry or to child getting their first pair of glasses. We as Lions make a difference.
We need to take pride in and give support to what other clubs accomplish. Lion is a label I take pride in. When people see us as Lions, they do not see a District or even a club. In many cases all they see is a neighbor helping neighbors.
We need to take pride in what other clubs accomplish. Remember people seldom remember a name or a face, but they do remember that the Lions were there to help. No matter where the service is given, be it in Southwest Missouri or in Northeast Missouri, people will remember the yellow vest.
As Team, we can do great things by reaching more people who have no where else to go.
ONE WORLD ONE PEOPLE WE SERVE
Lion Wallace Brumfield,
District Governor-Elect
Message from 2nd Vice District Governor - Jeff Rackovan
Greetings Lions of 26M2!!!
Oh, I’d say it’s happening!!!
Quite challenging to say the least, dealing with our St. Louis weather!!!
So many storms, so much damage, so little time. The big factor is this; We are out there doing our part in supporting and helping other clubs and our communities.
The District Convention is behind us. The State Convention is around the corner and let us not forget, that TODAY IS THE DAY to get registered. Its going to be a World Class event!!! (Fairly speaking…)
The end of this Lionistic Year is approaching fast. Let's conclude this year on a positive note by supporting DG Michelle in reaching her goal of inspiring your passions, whatever they may be.
Some SUPER events these past few weeks. Mid-South Lions Visiting Lions Weekend. Great tour of the facility and seeing the impact that the Lions of Missouri are a part of. The guides were spectacular. Missouri School for the Blind (GO MULES!!), all I can say is WOW!!! The work that the Lions are doing and the donations made. The students were so very happy to show off their home and school! They even had a spectacular Performance!
As we turn the corner going into full speed spring, it just gives us that much more energy to go out in our communities and support those in need. Sometimes that challenge is tough, but we keep our heads down and hearts open to serve.
To Make a difference, we need to Continue to “Be the Difference”.
Yours in Service,
Lion Jeff Rackovan,
1st Vice District Governor-Elect
Deadline for the next issue of The Lions That Roar is June 12, 2025.
Now is the time to for you to get an article in spotlighting your club or a special event. Do you have a “Did You Know” article? Pictures will be used
whenever possible. Do you want to share why you became a Lion? Maybe you can inspire others.
Please send to the Editor Lion Dave Kinkade at editor@lions26m2.org.
NOTE: Unless otherwise stated, the District 26-M2 “The Lions That Roar” newsletter is published bimonthly.
Following is the “ROAR” schedule for the
Lion year of 2024 – 2025.
Unless otherwise noted above, please send articles for
publication by the 12th of the month of publication.
June 2025